Vtech DS6211 User Manual

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  • Vtech DS6211 | User Manual - Page 1
    User's manual w w w.v t e c h p h o n e s .c o m Models: DS6211/DS6211-2/ DS6211-3/DS6211-4
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    using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 37 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of
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    calls indicator 22 Review the call log Handset and telephone base indicators 28 Battery 29 Expand your telephone system...30 Add and register a handset (optional 30 Replace a handset 31 Troubleshooting 32 Important safety instructions......37 Operating range 38 Maintenance 38 About cordless
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    (1 for DS6211, 2 for DS6211-2, 3 for DS6211-3 and 4 for DS6211-4) Handset (1 for DS6211, 2 for DS6211-2, 3 for DS6211-3 and 4 for DS6211-4) Wall bracket User's manual To purchase replacement batteries or power adapters, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada
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    . The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters. , visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or dial 1 (800) 267-7377. • The power
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    on when the handset charges. CHARGE 1 2 3 4 5 light • If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. • To purchase replacement batteries, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www
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    Getting started Installation options Your telephone base is ready for tabletop use. I�f�y��o�u��w�a��n�t�t�o��m��o�u�n��t�y�o�u��r telephone on a wall, use the provided wall bracket to connect with a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this mounting plate, you can
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    Getting started Wall mount to tabletop installation 1. If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie them first. 2. Lift the telephone base up to detach it from the black plastic wall bracket. Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power
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    page 11). (Speakerphone) Press to switch between speakerphone and handset (page 11). Press to make or answer a call (page 11). During a call, press to dialing or saving it in the directory (page 23). REDIAL/PAUSE Press to review the redial list (page 25). While dialing or entering numbers into the
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    FIND HANDSET Press to page all system handsets. IN USE light Flashes when there is an incoming call, or another telephone sharing the same line is in use. On when a system handset is in use. VOICEMAIL light Flashes when you have new voicemail, a service offered by your telephone service provider
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    from different ringer tones. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >RINGER TONE, then press MENU the ringer volume, you will not hear ringer tone samples. Key tone Your handset is programmed to beep with each key press. You can turn the key
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    screen displays. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >LCD LANGUAGE, then service, the day, month and time are set automatically with each incoming call. To set the date and time manually: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset
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    . As long as you have new voicemail messages, your telephone service provider continues to send the signal to turn on the indicators. PRESS SELECT TO CONFIRM To manually turn off these indicators: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >CLR
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    your telephone service provider requires Dial the number. Predial a call 1. Dial the number. 2. Press or . Answer a call Press , or any of the dialing keys (0-9, #, *). • The CLEAR or put the handset in the telephone base or charger. Speakerphone During a call, press handset use. to switch between
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    MUTE/REMOVE again to resume the conversation. The handset screen temporarily shows MICROPHONE ON. PHONE 0:00:00 MUTED Ringer mute When the telephone RINGER MUTE Call waiting When you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone service provider, you hear an alert tone if there is an
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    Telephone operation Chain dialing Use this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, call log or redial while you are on a call. Chain dialing can be useful if you wish to access other numbers (such as bank account information or access codes) from the directory,
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    TO:. Use the dialing keys to select the other handset. Your handset screen shows CALLING HANDSET X. OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING The other handset rings and its screen shows either OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING or HANDSET X IS CALLING. 2. To answer the intercom call, press , , INT, or any dialing
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    CALLING INTERCOM • If you want to cancel an intercom call and reconnect to the outside call before the other handset answers, press , or INT on your originating handset. • If the other handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, is in the directory or call log, or is out of range
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    save a number already stored in the directory, the screen shows ALREADY SAVED. • Only one handset can review the directory at a time. If a ALREADY SAVED handset tries to enter the directory while another handset is already in it, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears. ELIZABETH JONES 800123456789123
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    to store an entry in the directory. 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press or to select >STORE, then press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows ENTER NUMBER. REVIEW >STORE 4. Use the dialing keys to enter the number. • Press MUTE/REMOVE to
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    Telephone operation Character chart Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order: Characters by number of key presses Number key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 # , , -
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    or to select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. >REVIEW STORE 2. Press or to browse. Alphabetical search VTECH 595-9511 To start an alphabetical search: 1. Press when the handset is not in use. -OR- Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and
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    cursor to the left or to the right. 7. Press MENU/SELECT to save. Delete from the directory 1. Press when the handset is not in use. -OR- Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Press or , or use the
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    call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answering the telephone, even while on another call. It may be necessary to change your telephone service to use this feature. Contact your telephone service provider if: • You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as
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    shows. If you do not want to review the missed calls one by one, press and hold OFF/CLEAR to erase the missed calls indicator. All the entries are then considered old and kept in the call log. HANDSET X XX MISSED CALLS 6:11am 12/25 VTECH 595-9511 6:21am 12/25 NEW 22
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    through the call log. VTECH 595-9511 -OR- 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >CALL LOG, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >REVIEW, then press MENU/SELECT. Home area code on page 10 for instructions on how to program your home area code on your
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    in the call log, press or to browse. 2. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the selected entry. To delete all entries: 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >CALL LOG, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >DEL ALL CALLS, then press MENU/SELECT
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    Telephone operation Call log display screen messages Displays PRIVATE NAME When The caller is blocking the name. PRIVATE NUMBER The caller is blocking the telephone number. PRIVATE CALLER The caller is blocking the name and number. UNKNOWN NAME This caller's name is unavailable. UNKNOWN
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    X (for models with three or more handsets) CALLING OTHER HANDSET (for models with two handsets) Calling another handset. CONNECTING... The cordless handset is searching for the telephone base. CHARGING The handset with low battery is recharging. DIRECTORY EMPTY There are no directory entries
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    already viewing the call log or directory when another handset attempts to review it. Connected to the external call during call transfer. The cordless handset locator is activated. The handset is on a call. The battery is very low. Place the handset in the telephone base or charger for recharging
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    off. New call log entries. New voicemail received from the telephone service provider. Speakerphone is in use. (Battery indicator) Cycles (low, medium, and full) when the handset battery is charging. Flashes when the battery is low and needs charging. Solid when the battery is fully charged. 28
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    IN CHARGER shows on the handset screen. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions: • Use only the battery(ies) provided or equivalent. To order a replacement, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada
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    (DS6201, purchased separately) to your telephone system, but each handset must be registered with the telephone base before use. When first purchased, each expansion handset shows NOT REGISTERED. You may need to charge the handset before registering to the telephone base. For more details on battery
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    If you want to replace a handset or re-assign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must de-register all the handsets and then individually register each handset. To make de-registration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin. To de-register all
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    jack and plug in a working telephone. If the other telephone does not work, the problem is probably in the wiring or the local service. Call your telephone service provider. Low Battery shows on screen. • Place the handset in the telephone base or charger for recharging. • Remove and re-install the
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    jack. If another telephone has the same problem, the problem is in the telephone wall jack. Contact your telephone service provider. • The telephone line cord might be malfunctioning. Install a new telephone line cord. • Re-install the battery and place the handset in the telephone base or charger
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    dialing. • If the other telephones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in the wiring or local service. Contact your telephone service provider. • Eliminate any background noise. Mute the cordless handset before dialing, or dial from another room in your home with less background
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    problem is probably in the wiring or local service. Call your telephone service provider. I hear noise on the cordless handset before answering the call. • If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service ( telephone service provider. • The caller might not be calling from an area which supports caller
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    a wall switch. • Reset your telephone by unplugging the power adapter from the telephone base. Disconnect the battery from the cordless handset. Wait for 15 seconds, then plug in the power adapter and re-install the battery. Place the handset in the telephone base and allow up to one minute for the
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    and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the service facility. Opening or removing parts of the telephone base or handset handset has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless
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    press . Move closer to the telephone base, then press to answer the call. If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there might be Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down
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    Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged service within the United States and Canada. The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-metal hydride batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area. VTech
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    than an authorized service representative of VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability, or cable or antenna systems; or 4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech accessories; or 5. Product whose
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    Canada, please call 1 (800) 267-7377. NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user's manual - a check of the Product's controls and features may save you a service purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost
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    single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user's manual. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how service provider or a qualified installer. If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem
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    problem and the telephone service provider is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone service service provider is required to notify you if such changes are planned. If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset Industry Canada Operation
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    X 3.67 X 1.85 in (79.60 X 93.30 X 47.00 mm) Handset: 4.62oz (131.00g) (including battery) Telephone base: 5.58oz (158.20g) Charger: 2.31oz (65.40g) Handset: 2.4V 500mAh Ni-MH battery Telephone base: 6V AC @ 300mA Charger: 6V AC @ 300mA Handset directory: 50 memory locations; up to 30 digits and 15
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    handset 30 Alphabetical search 19 Answer a call 11 Answer an incoming call during an intercom call 14 B Battery handset 12 H Handset display screen messages 26 Handset icons 28 Handset layout 6 Handset lights 28 Home area code 10 I Important safety instructions handset 30 Replace a handset 31 Review
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    TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Technologies Canada, Ltd., Richmond, B.C. V6W 1L5 Copyright © 2009 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. Printed in China. 91
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User’s manual
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Models:
DS6211/DS6211-2/
DS6211-3/DS6211-4